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491 E 18th Ave, Vancouver, BC
A freehold property, built 1988 on a 466 m² R1-1 lot with a rear lane. Newer than 61% of the buildings on E 18th Ave.
Assessed 2026
$2,622,000
Zoning
R1-1
Lot
≈ 466 m²
Built
1988
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What the records show for 491 E 18th Ave
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R1-1 lot: fits a multiplex, 3–4 homes
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Assessed at $2,622,000, +16% since 2021
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Built before 1990: asbestos survey before renovating
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Not on the Heritage Register
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Outside the City floodplain
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About 491 E 18th Ave
Assessed at $2,622,000 for 2026 (−1% on 2025). Assessed higher than 80% of the houses on E 18th Ave. The lot is larger than 76% of the lots in Riley Park. 2 building permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2018: addition or alteration, single detached house with suite ($85,000). School catchment: Livingstone Elementary and Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. VCC-Clark Station is 1.6 km away.
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Permits on this lot · 2 since 2017
UnlockAug 2018 · Addition or alteration, single detached house with suite$85,000
1 more permit in the full report
The lot and zoning
UnlockSchools and parks near 491 E 18th Ave
Elementary catchmentLivingstone Elementary
Secondary catchmentSir Charles Tupper Secondary
David Livingstone Elementary543 m
Florence Nightingale Elementary573 m
Florence Nightingale StrongStart Centre573 m
McAuley Park374 m
Robson Park404 m
Transit near 491 E 18th Ave
Nearest SkyTrain: VCC-Clark (Millennium Line)1.6 km
Eastbound Kingsway @ Carolina St · 19, N19305 m
Southbound Fraser St @ E 19 Ave · 8, N8312 m
Southbound Fraser St @ E 16 Ave · 8, N8321 m
Bus routes within 400 m: 8, 19, N19, N8
Street, trees and terrain
City street trees in front4 · Crimean Linden, Kwanzan Flowering Cherry
Ground elevation≈ 46 m above sea level
Slope across the lotFlat
Nearest arterial roadE 16th Ave, 176 m
Crime near 491 E 18th Ave
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Crime near 491 E 18th Ave
UnlockIncidents within 400 m in the last 12 months, by type: in the full report.
Rezoning and development nearby
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Rezoning and development nearby
UnlockWithin 300 m in the last two years: 4 new-building permits and 5 demolition permits.
New buildings nearby:
- 683 E 18th Ave Jun 2025
- 476 E 20th Ave Dec 2024
- 352 E 16th Ave Nov 2025
Rezoning applications within 800 m: in the full report.
In Riley Park, the City issued 144 new-building permits and 102 demolition permits in the last two years. About the neighbourhood
Questions about 491 E 18th Ave
What is 491 E 18th Ave assessed at?
$2,622,000 for 2026, from BC Assessment through the City’s property tax report.
When was 491 E 18th Ave built?
In 1988, according to BC Assessment. A major improvement is recorded in 1994.
What is the zoning of 491 E 18th Ave?
It is zoned R1-1 under the Vancouver Zoning and Development By-law. More
What can be built at 491 E 18th Ave?
Under R1-1 the lot appears to fit a multiplex, 3–4 homes. It has a rear lane, which a laneway home needs. More
Is 491 E 18th Ave in a floodplain?
No. It is outside the floodplains designated by the City of Vancouver. More
Is 491 E 18th Ave on the Heritage Register?
No. It is not listed on the Vancouver Heritage Register. More
What building permits has 491 E 18th Ave had?
The City has issued 2 permits since 2017. The latest, from Aug 2018: addition or alteration ($85,000). More
Which schools serve 491 E 18th Ave?
Elementary: Livingstone Elementary. Secondary: Sir Charles Tupper Secondary. Placement depends on space: confirm with the school.
How far is the nearest SkyTrain station from 491 E 18th Ave?
VCC-Clark Station is 1.6 km away in a straight line.
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